Warning of flood risk and torrential rain for Eastern Norway – news Innlandet – Local news, TV and radio

The Norwegian Meteorological Institute has issued a yellow warning for torrential rain for large parts of Eastern Norway from Tuesday afternoon. They write on X that locally very heavy rain showers are expected. A warning has also been issued about the risk of flooding in the north of the interior. In addition, a warning has been sent out about the risk of landslides and floods. The danger alerts are at the yellow level, which means moderate danger. The weather can have consequences for traffic, such as stormwater and closed roads, according to yr.no. Yr recommends motorists to drive according to the conditions and check road announcements on 175.no. Photo: Meteorological Institute Large variations locally The meteorologists also write that the water flow will increase rapidly in streams and smaller rivers. Therefore, people should stay away from rivers and streams with a large flow of water. In parts of the warning area, 35-45 mm of rain may fall within 12 hours. – There will be great local variation in intensity, and the weather can change quickly, the Meteorologists write. Oslo and Akershus are also among the places where torrential rain can occur. Published 22.07.2024, at 10.22 Updated 22.07.2024, at 10.31



ttn-69